Events

From an expedition to Greenland that sparked a lifelong fascination with plants to formative years at Great Dixter under Christopher Lloyd, Mat Reese has built a career at the intersection of horticultural skill and artistic vision. After training at Ness Botanic Gardens, Wisley, and Kew, and travelling through the Himalayas in search of plants, Mat became head [...]

A dedicated horticulturist at Powerscourt Gardens, Rosemary O'Flynn plays a pivotal role in nurturing the estate's renowned landscapes, with a particular focus on their stunning herbaceous borders. Rosemary couples her gardening expertise with an enduring commitment to biodiversity and sustainability initiatives, leading walks and educating visitors on creating wildlife-friendly habitats and promoting environmental stewardship. An [...]

Nestled in the foothills of the Wicklow Mountains, Hunting Brook Gardens spans five acres of contemporary exotic plantings and fifteen acres of enchanting woodland and valley. Since opening in 2002, it has become a haven for plant enthusiasts worldwide, showcasing one of Ireland's largest private plant collections. Jimi's planting varies vertical structure, color and repeated [...]

As Head Gardener of the Plant Library at Tom Stuart-Smith's Serge Hill Project in Hertfordshire, Millie Souter oversees a living collection of over 1,500 herbaceous perennials and bulbs. In this talk, Millie will share her experiences cultivating plants in sandy soils, focusing on the challenges and successes encountered at Serge Hill. She will provide practical [...]

Andreas Wiedmaier is a gardener based in Freiburg, southwest Germany, whose work is rooted in site-based design. Responding to soil, wind, existing planting and the wider landscape, he creates resilient, characterful gardens that delight people while supporting insects and other wildlife. In this talk, he explores how gardens can thrive when they are shaped by [...]

Lucie is a British gardener and self-confessed plant enthusiast who is now head gardener at Sparoza, the headquarters of the Mediterranean Garden Society in Greece. Having moved from the lush borders of Hampshire to the dry conditions of a Greek garden, she brings a distinctive perspective on plants, place and climate-responsive gardening. Inspired from an [...]

David Maxwell is a Northern Irish gardener, broadcaster and writer best known as the long-standing presenter of BBC Radio Ulster’s Gardeners’ Corner. A passionate and knowledgeable plantsman, he is admired for his warm, engaging style and his ability to make gardening accessible to everyone, from beginners to experienced growers. Based in Northern Ireland, David has [...]

Lorraine O’Brien is an award-winning floral artist and teacher, affiliated with the South Dublin Flower Club and the Association of Irish Floral Artists (AOIFA). A highly regarded demonstrator and tutor, she leads flower-arranging classes and workshops and is well known for her creative flair, technical skill and inspiring seasonal designs. Lorraine has earned recognition at [...]